How to Reset the Energy Imports VB204W

Have you been trying to login to the Energy Imports VB204W router without success? It might be time to consider a reset. The type of reset I will be showing you is not the same as a reboot. When you reboot a router you cycle the power to the unit. When you reset a router you take all the settings and return them all to factory defaults. This means every single thing you have changed in your router interface is erased and reverted back to how it was when you brought the router home from the store.

Warning: Resetting a router is a big step and should not be taken lightly. We strongly recommend trying other methods of troubleshooting before you continue. We suggest making a list of all the possible settings you have changed in the past. Some of these are:

• The router's main username and password.
• The Internet name and password.
• If this is a DSL router you need to re-enter the ISP username and password. You need to call your local Internet Service Provider for the details.
• Have you made any other changes to your device? If so you need write these down as well.

Other Energy Imports VB204W Guides

This is the reset router guide for the Energy Imports VB204W. We also have the following guides for the same router:

• Energy Imports VB204W - How to change the IP Address on a Energy Imports VB204W router
• Energy Imports VB204W - Energy Imports VB204W Login Instructions
• Energy Imports VB204W - Setup WiFi on the Energy Imports VB204W
• Energy Imports VB204W - Energy Imports VB204W Screenshots
• Energy Imports VB204W - Information About the Energy Imports VB204W Router

Reset the Energy Imports VB204W

Use a VPN Instead

Have you considered using a VPN instead of forwarding a port? For most users, a VPN is a much simpler and more secure choice than forwarding a port.

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• Your VPN provider should have a no-logs policy. This means that they do not keep any logs of any kind.
• Make sure that your VPN provider has lots of exit nodes all around the world.
• Check that your VPN will not affect your speed.
• Verify that your VPN provider uses WireGuard as the underlying protocol.
• Many people prefer a VPN provider that is not based in the United States.

This is the list of requirements that we used when we were shopping around for a VPN provider. There are lots of free, shady VPN providers out there that we looked at and dismissed.

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Once you've set up your NordVPN account on multiple computers and enabled Meshnet, you can seamlessly access all of your devices as if they were on the same network. You don't even have to log in to your router. It's very simple.

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Below is an image of the back panel of a Energy Imports router. Take a look at the reset button I have circled for you. This reset button is more of a pinhole to avoid accidental resets.

While the router is on take a straightened paperclip and press down on the reset button/pinhole for about 10 seconds. This begins the reset process which can take up to several minutes to complete. If you don't hold the reset button down for long enough you end up only rebooting the router instead of resetting it like you intended.

Don't forget this reset is erasing every single setting you have ever changed in the lifetime of the router. We strongly suggest trying other methods of troubleshooting before you continue.

Login to the Energy Imports VB204W

Now that you've successfully reset the Energy Imports VB204W router you'll need to log into it. This is accomplished by using the factory default username and password. We have these provided for your use in our Login Guide.

Tip: Defaults not working for you? It could be because the reset button wasn't held down for long enough.

Change Your Password

After you've logged into your router we recommend setting a new password for it. This can be whatever you like, however keep in mind that a strong password is 14-20 characters in length and includes no personal information. For more help be sure to check out our Choosing a Strong Password Guide.

Tip: Avoid losing your new password by writing it on a slip of paper and attaching it to the bottom of your router.

Setup WiFi on the Energy Imports VB204W

It is now time to setup the wireless settings so your network is secure. Follow our Energy Imports VB204W WiFi Instructions for an easy to follow guide on how to secure your router.

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Energy Imports VB204W Help

Be sure to check out our other Energy Imports VB204W info that you might be interested in.

This is the reset router guide for the Energy Imports VB204W. We also have the following guides for the same router:

• Energy Imports VB204W - How to change the IP Address on a Energy Imports VB204W router
• Energy Imports VB204W - Energy Imports VB204W Login Instructions
• Energy Imports VB204W - Setup WiFi on the Energy Imports VB204W
• Energy Imports VB204W - Energy Imports VB204W Screenshots
• Energy Imports VB204W - Information About the Energy Imports VB204W Router